Mideast peace talks show gaps despite optimism
Secretary of State Cyrus Vance said wide gaps remain between Arabs and Israel yet progress may be possible in New York with middle east foreign ministers. He hinted at broader talks with the PLO if it accepts Israel’s right to live in peace, while Begin urged continued caution.
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Soviet visit used by Panama canal treaty opponents
Opponents of giving the canal to Panama seize on a July Soviet economic delegation’s visit to argue against ratification. The trip is described as a possible lever in the anti treaty campaign while the White House backs negotiations and seeks Senate support. Article notes aims, discussions on sugar, a hydroelectric plant, a Soviet bank, and no military bases discussed.
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City County Adopt Budgets Amid Adjustments and Staff Moves
City and county government approved budgets with the county at 25.8 million and the city at over 182.4 million. The county tax rate reaches the legal limit at 14.28 mills while the city seeks a rate under 27.44 mills. Council cut office funding, considered fire department restorations, approved a camper toilet dump station, funded a dental program, and approved a Pershing Auditorium feasibility study. County employees receive a 4 to 6 percent pay raise, with potential attorney pay plan changes, and Assessor Fritz Meyer secured 45,000 for final revaluation work.
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Curtis hints he may endorse senate hopeful before primary
Nebraska Senator Carl Curtis said he might endorse a candidate for his Senate seat before the primary filing deadline. He added he will not name his successor as he will not seek re election. Curtis praised the party's rebuilding prospects and discussed gasohol pilot plants and farm policy.
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Roanoke Rapids turmoil exposed in federal labor battle
A decade of internal labor strife in Roanoke Rapids North Carolina is revealed amid a Washington fight to rewrite federal labor law. The piece notes broader implications for workers and governance.
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VA Opposes GSA Land Sale at Lincoln VA Hospital
The Veterans Administration opposes GSA’s plan to dispose of 69 acres around the Lincoln hospital, arguing retention is essential for current and future operations and for patient treatment. Local veterans groups and Rep Charles Thone oppose the sale amid reduced holdings from over 300 acres to 62.
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